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Cheap flights from Chicago to South Africa from R11 895

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British Airways Logo
19:10 - 9:25ORD-JNB
31h 15m1 stop
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21:15 - 13:50JNB-ORD
23h 35m1 stop
R16 908British Airways
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Tue, May 6 - Tue, May 20
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 - 14:35ORD-CPT
21h 20m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 8:40CPT-ORD
25h 50m1 stop
R17 263Ethiopian Air
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Wed, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 30
Turkish Airlines Logo
23:45 - 10:35ORD-JNB
27h 50m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:55 - 9:40JNB-ORD
22h 45m1 stop
R17 282Turkish Airlines
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Sat, Sep 13 - Wed, Sep 24
Turkish Airlines Logo
23:45 - 10:35ORD-JNB
27h 50m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:50 - 9:40JNB-ORD
22h 50m1 stop
R17 300Turkish Airlines
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Sat, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 16
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13:50 - 15:50ORD-JNB
43h 00m2 stops
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17:00 - 12:48JNB-ORD
26h 48m2 stops
R18 423
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Tue, May 6 - Tue, May 20
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7:30 - 15:50ORD-JNB
25h 20m2 stops
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1:15 - 13:18JNB-ORD
43h 03m2 stops
R18 797
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Sat, Oct 11 - Thu, Oct 16
Kenya Airways Logo
7:30 - 10:55ORD-JNB
44h 25m2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
1:15 - 13:18JNB-ORD
43h 03m2 stops
R20 555Kenya Airways
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Thu, Sep 25 - Thu, Oct 23
Kenya Airways Logo
7:00 - 15:50ORD-JNB
25h 50m2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
1:15 - 13:18JNB-ORD
43h 03m2 stops
R22 238Kenya Airways
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Sat, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 15
United Airlines Logo
14:32 - 17:45ORD-JNB
20h 13m1 stop
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19:00 - 7:34JNB-ORD
43h 34m2 stops
R24 314United Airlines
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Tue, May 6 - Fri, May 9
United Airlines Logo
5:15 - 17:45ORD-JNB
29h 30m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
19:00 - 7:34JNB-ORD
43h 34m2 stops
R24 408United Airlines
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Tue, May 6 - Fri, May 9

Ethiopian Air flights from Chicago to South Africa

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Chicago to South Africa flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
Oct 1
ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 20m
1 stop
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
Oct 30
CPT13:50Cape Town Intl
25h 50m
1 stop
ORD8:40Chicago O'Hare Intl
R17 263
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Ethiopian Air
Sept 26
ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 20m
1 stop
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
Oct 11
CPT13:50Cape Town Intl
25h 25m
2 stops
ORD8:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
R17 618
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Ethiopian Air
Sept 26
ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 20m
1 stop
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
Oct 11
CPT13:50Cape Town Intl
25h 25m
2 stops
ORD8:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
R18 086
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British Airways flights from Chicago to South Africa

Our best British Airways deals on Chicago to South Africa flight tickets
British Airways
Apr 27
ORD21:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 10m
1 stop
JNB9:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 13
JNB21:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 00m
1 stop
ORD18:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
R16 702
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British Airways
May 6
ORD19:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 15m
1 stop
JNB9:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
May 20
JNB21:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 35m
1 stop
ORD13:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
R16 908
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British Airways
Jun 4
ORD16:55Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 05m
1 stop
JNB7:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
Jun 10
JNB19:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 30m
1 stop
ORD15:55Chicago O'Hare Intl
R18 572
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to South Africa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Chicago is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R17 001, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in February, then you should wait until January to fly from Chicago, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R18 497.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Chicago. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was R18 670. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Chicago to South Africa on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around R29 468. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Flying to South Africa from Chicago at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R21 088 when looking at flights departing at midday. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the morning when prices are around R28 858.

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Chicago when booking 3 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R23 038 when searching 3 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Chicago for as low as R19 788 on momondo.

Cheap Chicago to South Africa flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Chicago to South Africa

Best price found

R11 895

Fastest flight time

18h 24m

Direct flights

None

Airports in South Africa

3 airports
The best one-way flight to South Africa from Chicago in the past 72 hours is R11 895. The best return flight deal from Chicago to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R16 908.
The fastest flight from Chicago to South Africa takes 18h 24m
There are no direct flights from Chicago to South Africa. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Hoedspruit Airport, Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport.
There are 3 airports near South Africa: Cape Town Intl (CPT), Hoedspruit (HDS), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to South Africa?

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to South Africa?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to South Africa.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.


Best airlines flying from Chicago to South Africa

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United AirlinesPriceFrom R18 180Free CancellationRating
7,4
8 685 reviews
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